Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
dorothyae
ID:
1305412

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.M.A.Braga & H.Kenn.) J.M.A.Braga

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 62: 10 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317866



Common Names

  • Goeppertia dorothyae
  • Dorothyae Goeppertia
  • Goeppertia


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Description

Goeppertia dorothyae (also called Dorothy's Goeppertia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Marantaceae family. It is native to Brazil, and is found in rocky outcrops in the Atlantic Forest. It is a shrub with long, thin leaves that are green on the top and reddish underneath.

Uses & Benefits

Goeppertia dorothyae is an ornamental plant, often used as a houseplant or in terrariums. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens, and its leaves are used as a source of food for livestock. The plant is also known for its medicinal properties, such as its ability to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Goeppertia dorothyae has bright pink flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Goeppertia dorothyae can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Goeppertia dorothyae

Goeppertia dorothyae is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It can be found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Goeppertia dorothyae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Goeppertia dorothyae?

Goeppertia dorothyae

What is the common name of Goeppertia dorothyae?

Dorothyae Goeppertia

Where is Goeppertia dorothyae found?

Goeppertia dorothyae is found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Species in the Goeppertia genus

Species in the Marantaceae family

Afrocalathea rhizantha, Calathea anderssonii, Calathea annae, Calathea anulque, Calathea argyrophylla, Calathea arrabidae, Calathea asplundii, Calathea bachemiana, Calathea brenesii, Calathea caesariata, Calathea cannoides, Calathea casupito, Calathea chimboracensis, Calathea congesta, Calathea crotalifera, Calathea dicephala, Calathea eburnea, Calathea erythrolepis, Calathea fatimae, Calathea glaziovii, Calathea grandifolia, Calathea grazielae, Calathea guzmanioides, Calathea hagbergii, Calathea harlingii, Calathea inocephala, Calathea ischnosiphonoides, Calathea koernickeana, Calathea lancifolia, Calathea lanicaulis, Calathea lasiostachya, Calathea lateralis, Calathea latrinotecta, Calathea littoralis, Calathea lutea, Calathea majestica, Calathea makoyana, Calathea marantina, Calathea mediopicta, Calathea metallica, Calathea micans, Calathea nitens, Calathea orbifolia, Calathea ornata, Calathea panamensis, Calathea pavonina, Calathea platystachya, Calathea pluriplicata, Calathea plurispicata, Calathea propinqua,

References

Helen Kennedy (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Kenn.' in the authors string.
João Marcelo Alvarenga Braga (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.A.Braga' in the authors string.